Two credit unions are part of a fintech pilot program to help borrowers set aside money to pay down student debt faster.

The head of Charles Schwab Investment Management is disrupting the asset-management industry by introducing more straightforward ETFs, mutual funds and other investment products.

Working closely with her boss, Marie Chandoha, Seidlitz is on a mission to recruit and retain more female asset managers.

The bank's head of home lending has been tasked with managing the mortgage division through a housing boom but also with fixing years of regulatory troubles. 

The proposal calls for a 20-year mortgage with Ginnie Mae and Treasury participation, but critics suggest that other measures would be more effective in bridging the gap in home equity.

Sandra Thompson, who has been acting director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency since June, has won backing from the mortgage industry and community groups for the experience she brings to the role. The push comes as the administration is said to be considering Mike Calhoun of the Center for Responsible Lending.

Changes to the regulatory regime surrounding the Federal Home Loan banks should be carefully calibrated so as to do no damage to their successful support for housing and the provision of liquidity to members.

Contingency planning always seems theoretical...until it isn't. Planning for the unexpected can prepare you to serve customers well in times of crisis.

Fostering financial well-being among the country's fastest-growing demographic group is essential to the future of the American economy. And, not incidentally, it's also good for business.